We now have oyster seed for sale!

We will gladly accept orders for seed for your small
oyster garden.
Call us at 1-907-235-1935.

Background

In 1989 the State of Alaska passed legislation
permitting the farming of approved shellfish species
in coastal waters. By 1993 approximately ten oyster
farms were established in Kachemak Bay. The farmers
soon realized that farming also involved educating the
community, working for clean water practices, and
struggling with political regulatory agencies. Thus,
the farmers joined together in 1994 and formed an
agricultural 501c5 tax exempt nonprofit -- Kachemak
Shellfish Mariculture Association -- to address such
issues.

KSMA has continually committed itself to educating
the public in shellfish mariculture, supported water
quality practices and policies, and contributed to
related nonprofit causes.

GOALS

Goals to meet that vision include, but are not
limited to:

Educating the public on shellfish mariculture
practices, policies, and opportunities via seminars,
forums, written informational materials, web-sites,
and classroom outreach.

Provide support and consultation to areas outside
of Kachemak Bay that are looking to expand economic
opportunities in their coastal areas

Network with related marine science programs to
further enhance the health and productivity of
Kachemak Bay.

Avail its member farms with information relating
to the best and most efficient farming practices and
technologies by partnering with agencies, other
businesses, federations, or university resources. To
partner with other experts to research , develop,
and/or obtain harvesting and maintenance equipment
and technology for member farms.